Obituary: Richard William Wagaman, Jr.

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Richard William Wagaman, Jr., formerly of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, passed on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at the age of 78 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. He was surrounded by loved ones as he succumbed to a hard-fought battle with cancer. Richard, fondly known as Richie, was born on August 13th, 1947, in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania,

Obituary: Lewis “Lew” Joseph Smith

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Lewis J. Smith, 84, of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, peacefully passed into eternity on Friday, July 11, 2025, surrounded by his beloved family. He was preceded by his parents, Lewis B. and Marion T. (nee Murray). Lew’s Roman Catholic faith and family were the twin rocks anchoring his life. He is survived by his wife, Patricia L.,

Obituary: Wanda Jean Roberts

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Wanda Jean Roberts, 92, of Littlestown, passed peacefully on Monday, September 1, 2025, at Weikert’s Care Home. She was the loving wife of George William Roberts, who passed away on May 13, 2019. Born February 16, 1933, in Ft. Lupton, CO, she was the daughter of the late George Pfaff and Gladys Lucille (Smith) Pfaff

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Lewis J. Smith, 84, of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, peacefully passed into eternity on Friday, July 11, 2025, surrounded by his beloved family; he was preceded by his parents, Lewis B. and Marion T. (nΓ©e Murray), and his Roman Catholic faith and family were the twin rocks anchoring his life. He is survived by his wife, Patricia

Obituary: Nikolay Rogozhkin

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Nikolay Rogozhkin, 86, of Mt. Holly Springs, PA, passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2025, in his home. He was born June 5, 1939, in Kazakhstan, to the late Pavi L. Rogozhkina and Palina (Fidosenko) Rogozhkin. Nikolay was the widower of Raisa Y. Rogozhkin who passed away in August of 2012. Nikolay worked for Giant

Obituary: Dianna L. Bupp

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Dianna L. Bupp, 74, of Newville, PA, passed away on August 22, 2025, in her home. She was born August 21, 1951, in Baltimore, MD, to the late Wilbert and Mary (Lippy) Carnes. Dianna worked for Knouse Foods for over 10 years. Surviving are her loving husband, Bruce Bupp of Shippensburg; children, Spring Paull of

Obituary: Alice A. Harrison

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Alice A. Harrison, 68, of Shippensburg, PA, passed away on August 21, 2025, at Letort Spring Nursing and Rehabilitation. She was born on August 5, 1957, in Juniata County to the late Floyd and Shirley (Abbott) Schlegel. Alice worked as a seamstress in the clothing manufacturing industry. In her spare time, Alice loved listening to

Obituary: John Kenneth McCleaf

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John Kenneth McCleaf, 84, peacefully passed away at Somerford House, Frederick, MD, early in the morning on Monday, August 25th. John was born in Gettysburg, PA, and was the son of the late Lillian Marie (Reinecker) McCleaf and the late David Kenneth McCleaf. John previously worked at the Gettysburg Shoe Factory, then later worked at

Obituary: Melvin Louis Losovsky

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Melvin Louis Losovsky, 93, Fairfield, PA, passed away on Friday, August 22, 2025, at Mercy House in Chambersburg, PA. He was born April 1, 1932, in Baltimore, MD, the son of the late John and Frances Pavucek Losovsky. Melvin is survived by his wife of 60 years, Mary Jo Kreig Losovsky. Mr. Losovsky was a

Obituary: Larry Allan Poston

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As an English major and former journalist, I’ve had many challenging writing assignments. But the hardest one by far was this one. How do you write an obituary for a man you never wanted to say goodbye to? Your daddy. Your hero. How do you string enough sentences together with the hope that they might

Obituary: Wilhelmina H. A. Hall

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Wilhelma H. A. Hall, 79, New Oxford, PA, formerly of Gettysburg, PA, passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at the Brethren Home Community. She was born November 4, 1945, in Baltimore, MD, the daughter of the late John A. and Helen Ault Smith. Wilhelma is survived by her husband, Ralph N. Hall of New

Obituary: David β€œGreenie” A Green

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David β€œGreenie” A. Green, 63, of Carlisle, PA, passed away, August 21, 2025, in the Claremont Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was born on November 22, 1961, in Carlisle to the late Charles and Shirley (Gilliam) Green. Services will be held privately at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may

Obituary: Patrick Paul Balog

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Patrick P. Balog, 76, of Cashtown, PA, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, August 20, 2025. Patrick was born July 17, 1949, in Hazelton, PA. He was the son of the late Patrick and Mary M. Balog. His beloved wife of 46 years, Mickey Ann Balog, passed away in 2024. Following high school, Patrick enlisted in

Obituary: Wayne Wesley Gottshall

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Wayne Wesley Gottshall, 71, of Carlisle, PA, passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025, at the UPMC Carlisle Hospital. He was born on November 29, 1953, in Harrisburg, PA, to the late Wilbur and Jeannette May (Siple) Gottshall. Wayne worked for the Mechanicsburg Naval Depot and was a proud United States Marine Corps veteran. He

Obituary: Judy A. Tate

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Judy A. Tate, 76 of Gettysburg, PA, passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at Genesis-Gettysburg Center. Born January 23, 1949, in Gettysburg, PA, she was the daughter of the late Roy D. & Mary H. (Harper) Tate. Judy was a 1966 graduate of Biglerville High School and continued her education in the nursing field,

Obituary: Helen L. Weaver

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Helen L. Weaver, 79, of Gettysburg, PA, died Saturday evening, August 16, 2025, at SpiriTrust Lutheran Home, Gettysburg, PA. She was the loving wife of Harold E. Weaver, who passed away on September 13, 2024. Helen was born June 7, 1946, in Gettysburg, PA. She was the daughter of the late Harry “June” and Sarah

Obituary: Vista F. Regan

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Vista F. Regan, 103 of Gettysburg, PA, peacefully passed away at Transitions Healthcare in Gettysburg on Monday, August 18, 2025. She was born February 8, 1922, in Mitchell County, North Carolina, the daughter of the late Albert & Adell (Buchanan) Frye. Vista was predeceased by her husband, Cornelius Regan, in 1997. She was raised on

Obituary: Patricia V. Davis

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Patricia V. Davis, 76 of York Springs, PA, passed away Monday, August 18, 2025, surrounded by family and loved ones. Born in Mechanicsburg, PA, on October 25, 1948, she was the daughter of the late Cyrus Glenn & Virginia (Fure) Brechbiel. Patricia is survived by her brother C. Glenn Brechbiel Jr. of York Springs, PA.,

Obituary: Edward & Marjorie McCartney

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Edward B. McCartney (Ed), 90, and Marjorie A. McCartney (Margie), 87, both formerly of Gettysburg, PA, died Friday, August 15, 2025, as a result of a car accident. Ed was born May 29, 1935, in Steelton, PA, the son of the late William Berlin McCartney and Dorothea Mae (Anderson) McCartney. Margie was born May 10,

Obituary: Hazel V. Smith

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Hazel V. Smith, 86, of Littlestown, passed away Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at UPMC Hanover Hospital. She was the loving wife of the late Kenneth W. Smith, who passed away on March 29, 2006. Born August 8, 1939, in Unionville, MD, she was the daughter of the late Grant J. and Hazel Jenny (Stephie) Davis.

Obituary: Dennis E. Richwine

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Dennis E. Richwine, 73, of Gardners, PA, began his walk with Jesus on August 18, 2025, as he passed peacefully at home following a 5-year battle against cancer. He was born on November 4, 1951, the son of the late Eugene D. Richwine and Stella (Griffie) Richwine. Denny was a graduate of Carlisle High School,

Obituary: Eva M. Thomas

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Eva M. Thomas, 77, of Carlisle, PA, passed away on Sunday, August 17, 2025, in the Thornwald Nursing Home. She was born on November 2, 1947, in Passau, Germany. Eva retired from McCoy Electronics, where she worked in Crystal Manufacturing. She enjoyed riding snowmobiles with her husband, Harry, and planting flowers. Surviving is her loving

Obituary: Dewayne V. Searcy, Jr.

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It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved son, Dewayne Vidal Searcy, Jr., lovingly called DJ, who departed this life on Friday, August 15, 2025, at the age of 31. Born on November 15, 1993, in Columbus, GA, DJ was known for his vibrant spirit and fearless nature. He was

Obituary: Anna Mae Cook

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Anna Mae Cook, age 84 of York Springs, passed away August 15, 2025, at SpiriTrust Lutheran- the Village at Gettysburg. She was born July 26, 1941, in Carlisle to the late George P., Jr. and Jeannette L. (Snyder) Stambaugh. Anna was a member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, a life-member of the York Springs Fire

Obituary: Wayne H. Rodgers

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Wayne H. Rodgers, age 90 of Gettysburg, passed away peacefully, with his family by his side, on August 14, 2025, at home. He was born July 8, 1935, in Hanover to the late Earl D. and Annie (Moul) Rodgers. Wayne was widowed by his wife, Gladys (Reed) Rodgers, to whom he shared 47 years of

Obituary: James Hobart May

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James (Jim) Hobart May, 86, of Gettysburg, passed away Monday, August 11, 2025, at Paramount Senior Living Memory Care unit in Fayetteville, PA. Born October 6, 1938, in Newton Falls, Ohio, he was the only son of the late Ralph Hobart and Evelyn Marie May of Biglerville, PA. Jim graduated from Biglerville High School in

Obituary: Thomas M. Hess, Sr.

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Thomas M. Hess, Sr., 93, of Gettysburg, PA, died Monday afternoon, August 18, 2025, at Genesis Healthcare, Gettysburg Center. Born November 4, 1931, in Gettysburg, PA, he was the son of the late Selmar H. and Bessie (Warren) Hess, Sr. He was the husband of Ruth R. (Trump) Hess, of Gettysburg, to whom he was

Obituary: Jean L. Hobbs

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Jean Sylvia Landsperger Hobbs, 88, of Gettysburg, beloved wife of Donald E. Hobbs for the last 66 years, passed peacefully on Saturday, August 16, 2025. Jean was born in Linwood, Pa., in 1937 and moved to the Gettysburg area in 1948. She was the firstborn child of the late Fred S. and Margretta T. Landsperger.

Obituary: Michael Lee McCleaf

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Michael Lee McCleaf, 61, of Hanover, PA, died Monday, August 11, 2025, at UPMC Hanover Hospital. Michael was born November 29, 1963, in Gettysburg, the son of the late Ronald L. McCleaf and M. Jane (McDermitt) Hutton of Hanover. Michael was a 1982 graduate of Gettysburg Area High School and worked in the construction field

Obituary: Kathleen G. Platzer

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Kathleen Gertrude Platzer died peacefully at home on Wednesday, August 14. She was born in Cambridge, MA, in 1937 to Gertrude M. and J. Claude Shea. She was predeceased by her husband, Harold L. Platzer, who died in 2000; a brother, Joseph C. Shea, Jr., and a sister, Louise M. Lang. Kathy is survived by

Obituary: Aida D. Mondejar

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Aida D. Mondejar, 103 of Gettysburg, PA, peacefully passed away at her home with her beloved family by her side on Tuesday, August 12, 2025. Aida was born in the Philippines on October 20, 1921, daughter of the late Ildeponso & Maria (Rodriguez) Doronila. She was predeceased by her husband, Pedro S. Mondejar, who died

Obituary: Emma Garrett Devilbiss

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Emma Garrett Devilbiss, 94, passed away Saturday, August 16, 2025, at Lorien Nursing and Rehabilitation, Taneytown, MD. She was the loving wife of the late Roger William Devilbiss, who died March 1, 1989. Born January 30, 1931, in Hanover, PA, she was the daughter of the late Merle Horatio and Aimee (Altland) Garrett. Emma was

Obituary: Elmer L. Stone

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Elmer L. Stone, 85, of Carlisle, passed away on Friday, August 8, 2025, in his home. He was born May 27, 1940, in Carlisle, to the late Lester and Lillian (Toston) Stone. Elmer retired from the Frog, Switch & Manufacturing Company after 37 years of employment. Elmer delivered wood and coal when he was not

Obituary: Helen May Steinour

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Helen May Steinour, age 86, of Carlisle, passed away on Friday, August 8, 2025, at The Gardens of Camp Hill in Camp Hill. She was born on July 1, 1939, in Carlisle, the daughter of the late Ervin C. and Sarah K. (Moyer) Smith. Helen attended Carlisle High School. She worked at Carlisle Tire and

Obituary: Donald M. Richardson

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Donald MacCuaig Richardson, II, 78, of Orrtanna, Pennsylvania, died May 23, 2025, at his home. Born December 22, 1946, in Tokyo, Japan, he was the son of Donald and Patricia (Johnson) Richardson, who were both stationed in Japan with the U.S. Army. Donald served with the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War and was awarded

Obituary: Brandy Hil Cohen

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Brandy Cohen passed away peacefully at his home on August 6, 2025. Born March 28, 1956. He loved riding his Harley, playing guitar in his band, and sharing time with loved onesβ€”especially during the holidays and special occasions. Brandy was a dependable and talented auto mechanic. He also enjoyed buying and selling bicycles and Harley-Davidson

Obituary: Glenn F. Guise

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Glenn Franklin Guise, age 91, of Gettysburg, passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, surrounded by his family at their home in Gettysburg. He was born September 28, 1933, in York Springs, PA, as the son of the late Emory Scott and Edith (Lobaugh) Guise. Glenn graduated in the Class of 1951 from York Springs

Obituary: Lynn E. Sowers

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Lynn E. Sowers, age 93 of Crystal River, Florida, formerly of Gardners, passed away Sunday, August 3, 2025. He was born on Thursday, February 25, 1932, in Gardners, the son of the late Chester E. and Esther E. (Weidner) Sowers. Lynn was employed by Carlisle Tire and Wheel for almost 40 years. He was a

Obituary: Gary E. Shank

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Gary E. Shank, 79, of York Springs, PA, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2025, at the Masonic Village in Elizabethtown, PA. He was born on December 21, 1945, in Adams County, the only son of the late Cloyd and Thelma (Orner) Shank. Gary graduated from Bermudian Springs High School Class of 1963. After high

Obituary: Jack Robert Lewis

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Jack Robert Lewis, 75, of Gettysburg, passed away on July 30, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was the loving husband of Olivia (Zumbrum) Lewis for 54 years. Born September 13, 1949, in Washington, D.C., he was the devoted son of the late Morris M. and Caroline (Wolfersberger) Lewis. Jack was a Sea Bee in

Obituary: Dian L. Myers

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Dian L. Myers, age 72, loving wife of Lynn F. Myers, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at Hospice and Community Care, Mount Joy. Dian was born on Sunday, March 8, 1953, in Carlisle. She was the child of the late Lawrence R. and Phyllis E. (Wolfe) Givler. Her entire career was with

Obituary: Audrey R. Moritz

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Audrey R. Moritz, 85, formerly of Fairfield, PA, passed away on Thursday, July 24, 2025, at Paramount Senior Living, Fayetteville, PA. Born November 6, 1939, in Franklin Township, Adams County, she was the daughter of Floyd W. Moritz and Rose Agnes (Keiser) Moritz. She was a graduate of Fairfield High School in the class of

Obituary: Judith F. Utz

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Judith Florence (McManus) Utz, 82, of Fairfield, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 2, 2025, with her family by her side. Born on April 7, 1943, in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late David P. and Evelyn M. (Wilhelm) McManus. She was predeceased by her husband of 60 years, Uriel Paul

Obituary: Ray Daniel Marsh

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Ray Daniel Marsh entered into eternal peace on August 3, 2025, at the LifeBridge Health- Dove House in Westminster, Maryland. Born on August 31, 1947, to Elwood and Evelyn Marsh of Silver Run, Maryland, Ray was a graduate of Westminster High School, Class of 1965. Ray shared 56 years of marriage with his beloved wife,

Obituary: Betty M. Mummert

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Betty M. Mummert, 83, passed away Saturday, August 2, 2025 at Hanover Hall. She was the loving wife of Joel D. Mummert who passed away June 23, 2008. Born December 28, 1941 in Hanover, she was the daughter of the late Raymond M. and Mae K. (Osborne) Fridinger. Betty was employed for 35 years with

Obituary: Joan K. Gormley

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Joan Darlene (Knox) Gormley of Naples, Fla., passed away peacefully at her daughters home, with family by her side, on July 28, 2025 She had just celebrated her 94th birthday, being born July 15, 1931, and in Gettysburg, Pa. Predeceased by her father Paul R. Knox ( Lucille) of Gettysburg, Pa. and mother Evelyn Spence

Obituary: Mildred P. Snyder

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Mildred P. Snyder, age 95 of New Oxford, formerly of Biglerville, passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at Cross Keys Village. She was born on Friday, November 22, 1929, in Straban Twp. Adams Co., the daughter of the late James E. and Dora M. (Smith) Ford. Mildred graduated from New Oxford High School in

Obituary: Nancy Frazier

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Nancy June Frazier, 90, beloved wife of David L. Frazier Sr., passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at Amoroso Nursing – Assisted Living in York. Nancy was born on Friday, January 18, 1935, in Hershey. She is the daughter of the late Amos Allen and Mary Virginia (Jameson) Peck. Nancy was a homemaker

Obituary: William David Cacese

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William David Cacese, age 63, of Shippensburg, loving husband of Pamela Switalski, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at his home. William was born on Saturday, September 23, 1961, in Pittsburgh. He is the child of the late William and Paula (Stampo) Cacese. He was employed as a Senior Master Tech at Ford

Obituary: David L. Hawkins Jr.

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David L. Hawkins Jr., 64, of Carlisle, passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at his home. He was born on Friday, May 26, 1961, in Carlisle. He is the son of the late David Lawrence and Patricia Ann (Waugh) Hawkins. David was a cook in various restaurants for most of his working career. He

Obituary: Clyde Andrew Wenschhof, Jr.

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Clyde Andrew Wenschhof, Jr., 88, of Fairfield, PA, passed away peacefully at home on July 4, 2025, with his wife and daughter by his side. Clyde was born January 26, 1937 in Annie M Warner Hospital (now Gettysburg Hospital) to the late Verna May (Ney) Wenschhof and Clyde A. Wenschhof Sr. Altogether, Clyde lived in

Obituary: Sherry Lee Cohen

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Our beloved Sherry passed peacefully on Friday morning, July 11, 2025, at her home in Gettysburg, PA, where she resided with her husband of 27 years, Jay Cohen. She lived 75 beautiful years. She is survived by her husband Jay, her daughters Chrissy, Cindy, and Cassie, her sons-in-law Tom and Patrick, and six grandchildren: Lexie,

Obituary: Linda M. Kimple

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Linda M. Kimple, 75, of Harrisburg, PA, passed away on Friday, July 25, 2025, surrounded by family and friends at UPMC Harrisburg Hospital. She was born June 26, 1950, in Gettysburg, PA, the daughter of the late William and Beatrice (Baker) Kimple. Linda was a longtime and active member of Saint Catherine Laboure Catholic Church

Obituary: Elsie P. Cool

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Elsie P. Cool, 93, of Biglerville, PA, died Sunday morning, July 20, 2025, at Chambersburg Nursing and Rehab Home. She was born September 13, 1931, in Gettysburg, PA, and was the wife of the late John A. Cool, who died in 2023. Mrs. Cool worked for CH Musselman where she worked for 40 years. She

Obituary: Jean E. Tully

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Jean E. Tully, 92, of New Oxford, passed away Saturday, July 26, 2025, at The Brethren Home. She was the loving wife of James P. Tully, who passed away on August 9, 2010. Born August 26, 1932, in Gettysburg, she was the daughter of the late Kathleen and Norman Heiner and was raised by her

Obituary: Conner Edward Nichols

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Conner Edward Nichols, 21, of Hanover, passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. Born August 4, 2003, in Columbia, MD, he was the loving son of Paul Nichols and Kay (Cosner) Nichols, both of Hanover. Conner graduated in 2022 from Littlestown High School and recently received his CDL, Commercial Drivers License. He was most recently

Obituary: Dorothy I. Shaffer

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Dorothy I. Shaffer, age 90 of Biglerville, passed away July 14, 2025, at home, surrounded by her family. She was born November 25, 1934, in Fairfield to the late George and Ethel (Warren) McGlaughlin. Dorothy retired from Mussleman’s, attended Bethel Assembly of God Church in Littlestown, enjoyed fishing and camping at Indian River, and crocheting,

Obituary: Peggy S. Gentile

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Peggy Gentile, also known as “Granny” to many of us, was an outstanding Daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. As a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, she shared her strength, determination, and a bit of stubbornness with each new generation. Peggy always stood by her husband’s side, showing her deep love and devotion to

Obituary: Arlene I. Heintzelman

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Arlene Idele Heintzelman, age 100, of Gettysburg, PA, passed away Tuesday morning, July 15, 2025, at her son’s home in Gettysburg. Born January 11, 1925, in Latimore Township, Adams County, she was the daughter of the late Dewey and Reba (Smith) Epley. Arlene was the wife of the late Charles Andrew Heintzelman, who passed away

Obituary: Oscar Earl Goad

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Oscar Earl Goad, 90, of Littlestown, PA, passed away Friday, July 18, 2025, in his home surrounded by family and friends. He was the husband of the late Bernielou M. (Mueller) Goad. “Earl,” as he was known by his family and friends, fell in love with Bernielou in junior high school. They married after high

Obituary: Helen Paul Branum

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Helen Paul Branum, 99, died Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Genesis Healthcare in Gettysburg. Born August 28, 1925, in Long Beach, California, she was the 2nd of five children to Herbert and Maggie Bell (Suber) Paul. She lived in Shreveport, Louisiana, when she met William Stacy Branum, a WW2 Bomber Pilot and former P.O.W. (of

Obituary: Donna Jean Riley

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We find solace in knowing that Donna Jean Riley, affectionately called β€œMeemaw” by many loved ones, has entered the gates of Heaven and is now at peace. Donna was born on July 28, 1938, to the late Ralph L. and Eltina Fanus Chronister. She was a devoted wife to her late husband, Harold β€œTom” Riley

Obituary: Anna Marie Baker

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Anna Marie (Swope) Baker, age 93, of Gettysburg, PA, entered into God’s eternal care on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at Wellspan Gettysburg Hospital. Born Monday, December 14, 1931, in Bonneauville, she was the daughter of the late George and Mary (Ginter) Swope. Anna was a 1949 graduate of Delone Catholic High School. Anna worked for

Obituary: Dr. Edward Joseph Baranski

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Dr. Edward Joseph Baranski, 91, passed away on July 13, 2025. Edward was born in Nanticoke, PA on October 12th, 1933, but has been in Gettysburg, PA for over 60 years. He was a loving and faithful husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He leaves behind his cherished family; his wife Georgine M. Baranski, his sons

Obituary: Logan S. Evans

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Logan S. Evans, 30, of Abbottstown, PA, died Friday, July 11, 2025. Born May 4, 1995, in Hanover, PA, he was the son of Donna L. (Howlett) Wolf and her husband, Jeremy, and Larry Q. Evans, Jr., and his step-mother, Rebecca Kennedy. Logan most recently worked as a supervisor at Harley-Davidson in York, but also

Obituary: Henry O. Heiser, III

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It is with deep sadness that the family of Attorney Henry O. Heiser, III, of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, announces his peaceful passing on July 12, 2025. Henry was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on February 23, 1942, to Henry O. Heiser, Jr. and Viola M. Heiser. He was raised in Williamsport, PA, and attended Williamsport High School,

Obituary: Artem Leontiev

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Artem β€œArt” Leontiev, 38 of Washington, DC, and Gettysburg, PA, died suddenly on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. Born August 27, 1986, he was the son of Michael & Natalie Leontiev of Washington, DC. He was a graduate of the University of Maryland and had been employed by UPS and the Gettysburg YMCA. He attended Christ

Obituary: Louis E. Hilker

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Louis E. Hilker, 90, of Hanover, PA, passed away Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Hanover Hall. He was the husband of the late Miriam A. (Messinger) Hilker. Together they shared 47 years of marriage at the time of her death. Born December 29, 1934, on the family farm west of Hanover, he was the son

Obituary: Robert Steele, Jr.

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Robert Steele, Jr., 67, of Littlestown and formerly of Baltimore, MD, passed away at his home surrounded by his family on Saturday, July 12, 2025. He was the loving husband of Charlene J. (Davis) Steele, Littlestown; together they shared 45 years of marriage. Born August 18, 1957, in Welch, WV, he was the son of

Obituary: Ruth Gallagher Keilholtz

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Ruth Gallagher Keilholtz, 98, formerly of Littlestown and currently of Leesburg, VA, passed peacefully from this Earth on the evening of Thursday, July 10, 2025, in Leesburg, VA. Born in Mt. Rock, PA on May 4,1927, Ruth was the third youngest, and last living, of nine siblings born of the late Benjamin Franklin Gallagher, Sr.

Obituary: Shirley Ann Purdy

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Shirley Ann Purdy, 91, of Gettysburg, left us peacefully in the early morning hours of July 5, in her home and surrounded by family. A beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, she will be remembered by many for her kindness to all and devotion to family. She was a lover of travel and nature who also

Obituary: Homer John Powell

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Homer John Powell, age 64, of Chambersburg, loving husband of Ginger Powell, passed away Saturday, July 5, 2025, at UPMC Harrisburg Hospital. Homer was born on Wednesday, June 21, 1961, in McConnellsburg. he is the child of John Kenneth Powell and Sylvia Rohm Powell. Homer was an auto mechanic and parts salesman for many years.

Obituary: Eileen M. Honer

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Eileen M. Honer, 68 of Gettysburg, PA, passed away at her home on Friday, July 4, 2025, after a long illness. Born August 21, 1956, at Chester County (PA) Hospital, she was the daughter of the late William & Emma (Casini) Nolan. Eileen leaves behind her husband of 40 years, Charles E. β€œChuck” Honer, III.

Obituary: Patricia May Gotwalt

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Patricia May Gotwalt, 88, reunited with her beloved husband, Eddie Lee, on July 3, 2025, after a beautiful life lived to the fullest. Born May 13, 1937, in Pocomoke City, Md., she was the daughter of Reginald and Sarah Margaret (Ennis) Adams. Pat is survived by her son and best friend, J. Michael Taylor; granddaughter

Obituary: Yvonne L. “Bonnie” Strine

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Bonnie Strine, 88, of Gettysburg, passed away peacefully Sunday, July 6, 2025, at Transitions Healthcare in Gettysburg. She was the wife of the late Harry A. Strine, who passed on December 29, 2018. They shared 64 years of marriage. Born October 14, 1936, in Hanover. She was the daughter of the late Merle O. and

Obituary: Mary E. Bowman

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Mary E. Bowman, 87, of Littlestown, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Friday, July 4, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was the loving wife of the late Kenneth β€œSmiley” Bowman, who passed away on March 5, 1989. Born May 8, 1938 in Littlestown, she was the daughter of

Obituary: Patricia Ann Gibson

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Patricia A. Gibson, 85, of Hanover, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2025. Born on February 9, 1940, in White Plains, New York, Patricia was the beloved daughter of the late Arthur Albert Ozsbath and Grace Eleanor (Miller) Ozsbath. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband. Patricia devoted

Obituary: Shirley K. Anderson

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Shirley Kough Anderson, age 90 of Newburg, passed away in the early morning of June 27, 2025. She was born May 18, 1935, in Carlisle to the late Jacob and Ruth (Beecher) Kough. In addition to her parents, Shirley was preceded in death by 3 sisters (Addessa, Pearl, and Lyrian) and one brother (Karl). She

Obituary: Miriam B. “Wolfie” Wolfe

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Miriam B. Wolfe β€œWolfie”, 69, of Gettysburg, PA, died Sunday afternoon, June 29, 2025, at the Mercy House, Chambersburg, PA. Born September 24, 1955, in Gettysburg, PA, she was the daughter of the late Blanche Wolfe. Wolfie worked various jobs in Adams County, including Eddie’s Cleaners, DalTile, Tommy’s Pizza for a number of years as

Obituary: Walter R. Bull

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Walter R. Bull, 84, of Fairfield, PA, died Monday, June 30, 2025, at Transitions Healthcare, Gettysburg, PA. Born December 8, 1940, in Baltimore County, MD, he was the son of the late Olan and Goldie (Thompson) Bull. He was the husband of the late Joyce L. (Naylor) Bull, who died November 30, 2017. Mr. Bull

Obituary: Agnes M. Stavely

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Agnes M. Stavely, 96, of Littlestown, passed away Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at home. She was the loving wife of the late Louis Grant Stavely, Sr., who passed away May 16, 2014. Born November 15, 1928, in Altoona, PA, she was the daughter of the late John Laverne and Agnes Catherine (Monahan) Kensinger. Mrs. Stavely

Obituary: Cathy L. Strike

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Cathy L. Strike, age 75 of Shippensburg, passed away June 27, 2025, at home. She was born November 26, 1949, in Marshalltown, IA, to the late Jesse W. Strike, Jr., and Donileen A. (Green) Strike. Cathy was of Baptist faith and enjoyed fishing, camping, campfires, and loved long walks in the woods. She also loved

Obituary: Larry E. Weaver

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Larry E. Weaver, 86, loving husband of Kathy Weaver, of Shippensburg, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at UPMC Carlisle Regional Medical Center, Carlisle. Professional services are entrusted to Dugan Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., Shippensburg. Friends may express online condolences at www.DuganFH.com. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree

Obituary: Maria A. Baughman Hench

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Maria A. Baughman Hench, age 64 of Shippensburg, passed away June 24, 2025, at home. She was born September 21, 1960, in Miami, FL. She was the daughter of Winfried Komes Sr. and Martha J. (Reynolds) Daye. She enjoyed diamond dot painting, watching The Bachelor and The Bachelorette, and soap operas. Her favorites were General

Obituary: Linda Ann Heflin

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Linda Ann Barbour Heflin, age 62 of Biglerville, passed away June 23, 2025, at Jefferson-Einstein Hospital. She was born May 22, 1963 in Gettysburg to Robert E. and Theresa A. (Kuykendall) Barbour. Linda was a member of St Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, the Gettysburg Eagle Riders, ABATE of Pennsylvania and the American Legion Post 262.

Obituary: Barbara A. Herring

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Barbara Ann (Fiscel) Herring (82), a loving and devoted daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, was surrounded by the love and comfort of her family when she entered into Eternal Peace on Sunday, June 29th, at York Hospital. Born March 25, 1943, in Gettysburg, PA, she was the daughter of the late Paul A. Fiscel

Obituary: Marilyn J. Fowler

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Marilyn J. Fowler, 80, of Hanover, PA, died peacefully Friday afternoon, June 27, 2025, at the UPMC Hanover Hospital. Born November 19, 1944, in Hays, Kansas, she was the daughter of the late Sylvanus and Mary (Dreiling) Basgall. She was the wife of the late Robert B. Fowler, who died June 13, 2014. Marilyn worked

Obituary: Catharine M. Gebhart

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Catharine M. Gebhart, 86, of New Oxford, PA, died Saturday afternoon, June 28, 2025, at the Brethren Home Community, New Oxford, PA. Born April 12, 1939, in York, PA, she was the daughter of the late Carl and Catharine (Snyder) Hess. She was the loving wife to Donald R. Gebhart, who passed December 22, 2008.

Obituary: Barry L. Harner

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Barry L. Harner, 78, of Fairfield, PA, died at his home Thursday morning, June 26, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born February 2, 1947, in Hanover, PA, he was the son of the late Warren and Viola (Berwager) Harner. He was the husband of Elaine (Stahl) Harner, of Fairfield, to whom he was married

Obituary: Trae W. Brownley

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Trae William Brownley, 18, of Gettysburg, PA, passed away suddenly on Tuesday morning, June 24, 2025. Born November 12, 2006, in Gettysburg, PA, he was the son of Adam C. Brownley and his wife, Brooke M. Brownley (Stevens) of Gettysburg, and his mother, Ashley R. Poland, of New Oxford. Trae was a 2025 graduate of

Obituary: Amanda Griffith

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Amanda Griffith, born June 1, 1981, passed away on June 22, 2025, at Lancaster General Hospital. She was 44 years old. A devoted stay-at-home mother, Amanda leaves behind seven beloved children and nine cherished grandchildren, who were the heart of her world. She is also survived by her loving mother and five siblings, who will

Obituary: Patricia Gail Oyler

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Patricia Gail Oyler of Watertown, MA, died Tuesday night, June 10, 2025, at the AccentCare Inpatient Hospice Center in Milton, MA, of metastatic ovarian cancer at the age of eighty-one. She was diagnosed five years previously and had undergone extensive treatment with both established and experimental drugs before succumbing to the disease. Pat was the

Obituary: Dean Sherdell Reider

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Dean Sherdell Reider, age 89, of Chambersburg, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 23, 2025, while undergoing physical rehabilitation at Paramount Senior Living in Fayetteville. He was looking forward to returning home within a few days. Dean was born on July 5, 1935, in Bittersville, PA, the youngest son of the late Milton B. and

Obituary: Richard Melvin Miller

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Richard β€œRich” Melvin Miller, age 93, of Gardners, passed away on Monday, June 23, 2025, surrounded by his family at his home. He was born October 4, 1931 in Highspire, PA, as the son of the late Alton Cletus Miller, Sr. and Romaine Minnie (Arnold) Miller. Richard graduated in the Class of 1949 from York

Obituary: David Allen Haught

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David Allen Haught, 53, of Greensboro, MD, passed away Sunday, June 22, 2025, at home. Born April 19, 1972, in Glen Dale, WV, he was the son of John M., Jr., and Cheryl A. (Brown) Haught of Gettysburg. David was an automobile mechanic for over 35 years, working most recently at the Toyota dealership in

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